Classic Hot Dog with Sauerkraut
Savor the timeless charm of a **Classic Hot Dog with Sauerkraut**, a recipe that combines simplicity with irresistible flavors. Perfect for casual cookouts or quick weeknight meals, this dish pairs the smoky goodness of grilled hot dogs nestled in lightly toasted buns with the tangy punch of sautéed sauerkraut infused with buttery onions and optional caraway seeds for a subtle earthy note. A drizzle of yellow mustard ties everything together, creating the ultimate balance of savory, tangy, and bright flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for serving up a crowd-pleasing favorite. Try this **hot dog recipe with sauerkraut** and elevate your classic comfort food game today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 hot dog buns
- 4 hot dogs
- 1 cup sauerkraut
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the grill or stovetop for medium heat.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the sauerkraut, caraway seeds (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauerkraut is heated through.
While the sauerkraut is warming, grill the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until evenly heated and browned to your liking.
Lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill or stovetop for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
Place each hot dog in a toasted bun.
Top each hot dog with a generous portion of warm sauerkraut mixture.
Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard.
Serve immediately and enjoy your classic savory hot dog with sauerkraut!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.4 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 5840 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 838 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
